The Galveston County Emergency Communication Group (GCECG) provides emergency radio and electronic communications in support of the Galveston County Office of Emergency Management's mission by handling emergency messages (traffic) during such emergencies when normal public communication systems (telephone, email and private data communications) are not functioning or are overloaded.

This goal is accomplished primarily by using facilities and equipment at the Galveston County Emergency Management Faclity as provided by GCOEM and others, and by operating traffic nets and initiating direct communications (originating and delivering messages) with desired parties during GCOEM declared emergencies which may involve natural disasters (storms, floods, fire, earthquakes), large-scale accidents (MCI), industrial accidents (chemical releases/explosions, hazmat incidents), weapons of mass destruction, terrorism, war, civil defense/preparedness, and homeland security (an "all hazards" approach).

The Group is made up of dedicated volunteers.  Some members are affiliated with RACES, ARES, SKYWARN, MARS, and many other amateur radio support programs.  Visit the GCECG website for additional information and membership requirements.

Galveston County EOC Callsign:  WR5GC

Repeaters:

145.410 MHz (tone 131.8 Hz)
442.225 MHz (tone 131.8 Hz) - Connected to IRLP Node 3168
Airmail:  wr5gc @ winlink.org